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Multifunctional magnetic hairbot for untethered osteogenesis, ultrasound contrast imaging and drug delivery.

Author: Dad AnsariMohammad Hasan, DayanCem Balda, GiltinanJoshua, KishoreVimal, LauxPeter, LuchAndreas, SinghAjay Vikram, SittiMetin, WangShuo, YuYan

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Overview

This study presents a novel material, micron-sized hair-derived robots (hairbots), for biological applications. Hairbots exhibit biocompatibility and can be guided using external magnetic fields for various applications including drug delivery, bone healing, and ultrasound contrast imaging. This approach offers a promising platform for developing multifunctional microrobots for therapeutic and diagnostic purposes.
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Original Abstract of the Article :
To explore novel materials graded for biological functions is one of the grand challenges and ambitions of robotics. In this study, the design, development, and external guidance of micron-sized hair-derived robots (hairbots) are shown as autologous cargo carriers for guided drug delivery, untethere...See full text at original site
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引用元：
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biomaterials.2019.119394

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Hairbots: A Tiny Solution for Big Bone Healing Challenges

This research explores the fascinating realm of bio-robotics, focusing on the development of micron-sized hair-derived robots (hairbots) for various therapeutic applications. These hairbots, crafted from naturally occurring materials, exhibit exceptional biocompatibility and hold promise for guided drug delivery, untethered osteogenesis, and sonographic contrast imaging. The study delves into the potential of hairbots in promoting bone healing, utilizing external magnetic fields to guide mesenchymal stem cell (MSC) differentiation into bone-like cells. This approach presents a novel strategy for magnetic therapy in bone regeneration, paving the way for innovative treatments for bone fractures and other bone-related conditions.

Hairbots: A Tiny Oasis in the Desert of Bone Regeneration

The innovative use of hairbots as a platform for bone regeneration opens up exciting possibilities in the field of regenerative medicine. The ability to direct MSC differentiation into bone-like cells using external magnetic fields holds immense potential for addressing bone-related challenges, such as fractures and osteoporosis. This research highlights the remarkable potential of bio-inspired materials in creating innovative solutions for human health.

Harnessing the Power of Tiny Bio-Robots

The study on hairbots showcases the potential of bio-inspired materials in developing innovative therapeutic solutions. These tiny robots, like miniature camels traversing the vast desert of the human body, hold promise for delivering drugs, promoting bone regeneration, and providing diagnostic information. The research into hairbots illuminates the incredible power of nature and the limitless possibilities of bio-robotics in addressing human health challenges.

Dr. Camel's Conclusion

This research on hairbots is a testament to the power of bio-inspiration in developing innovative solutions for human health. These tiny robots, like explorers navigating the vast desert of the human body, hold the key to unlocking new possibilities in drug delivery, bone regeneration, and diagnostic imaging. The future of bio-robotics is bright, and hairbots represent a promising stepping stone towards a future where science and nature work in harmony to address the complex challenges of human health.
Date :
  1. Date Completed 2020-09-23
  2. Date Revised 2020-09-23
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Pubmed ID

31382208

DOI: Digital Object Identifier

10.1016/j.biomaterials.2019.119394

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